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West Sacramento, California

Located in Yolo County, California, West Sacramento was established in 1987. Across the Sacramento River from the state capital. Sutter Health Park (formerly Raley Field) is home to the Sacramento River Cats.

Founded 1987 | Population 57,000 | Peak 57,000 (2024) | County Yolo County

Top 10 Most Important Events for West Sacramento, California

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1900 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define West Sacramento's character and economy.

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1950 Economic Development: West Sacramento grew through manufacturing and industry.

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1987 Founded: West Sacramento was founded in Yolo County.

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2000 Raley Field: Minor league ballpark.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1900 Culture

Higher Education

1950 Industry

Economic Development

1987 Culture

Founded

2000 Sports

Raley Field

Did You Know?

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Across the Sacramento River from the state capital.

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Sutter Health Park (formerly Raley Field) is home to the Sacramento River Cats.

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In Yolo County, not Sacramento County.

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West Sacramento was founded in 1987.

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West Sacramento has a population of approximately 57,000.

Famous People from West Sacramento, California

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Steve Sax

Baseball Player · Born Jan 29, 1960 · Age 66

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